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Patent CA-2278476-C (CA)
Inventor: DONOVAN STEVEN P
IPC: F16B33/00
Filed: 1997-12-22
Granted: 2005-06-28
Abstract: The invention involves primarily a novel self thread-forming plug and fastener (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510, 610, 710) for sealing and forming internal threads (30, 130, 230, 330, 430, 530, 634, 730) in an opening (20) in a workpiece (P). The plug and fastener includes: a shank (12) having a drivi ng portion (11) thereon and a first threaded portion or thread-forming portion (14,114, 214, 314, 414, 514, 614, 714) for cold forming internal threads in an internal wall portion (18, 118, 218, 318, 418, 518, 618, 718) of the opening in accordance with a predetermined configuration, such as the NPTF standard. A second threaded portion (15, 115, 215, 315, 415, 515, 615, 715) is provided adjacent the thread-forming portion to engage with the internal threads form ed by the first threated portion in interfering sealed engagement. The plug and fastener of the present invention may further include a sealing portion extending from the thread-forming portion toward an end portion of the shank which initially eaters the workplace opening.
Patent CA-2279319-C (CA)
Title: Benzofurazan compounds which enhance ampa receptor activity
Inventor: ROGERS GARY A
IPC: A61P25/00
Filed: 1998-02-13
Granted: 2008-08-05
Abstract: Compounds of general structural formula (I) are shown to have AMPA  receptor enhancing properties. The compounds are useful for such therapeutic purposes as facilitating the learning of behaviors dependent upon AMPA  receptors, and in treating conditions, such as memory impairment, in which AMPA  receptors, or synapses utilizing these receptors, are reduced in numbers or efficiency. They may also be used to enhance excitatory synaptic activity in order to restore an imbalance between brain subregions, as in treatment of schizophrenia or schizophreniform behavior.
Patent CA-2280479-C (CA)
Title: A closed electron drift plasma thruster adapted to high thermal loads
Inventor: VALENTIAN DOMINIQUE
IPC: F03H1/00
Filed: 1999-08-18
Granted: 2007-10-23
Abstract: The closed electron drift plasma thruster uses a magnetic circuit to create a magnetic field in a main annular channel (124) for ionization and acceleration, said magnetic circuit comprises: an essentially radial first outer pole piece (134); a conical second outer pole piece (311); an essentially radial first inner pole piece (135); a conical second inner pole piece (351); a plurality of outer magnetic cores (137) surrounded by outer coils (131) to interconnect the first and second outer pole pieces (134, 311); an axial magnetic core (138) surrounded by a first inner coil (133) and connected to the first inner pole piece (135); and a second inner coil (132) placed upstream from the outer coils (131). The thruster also comprises a plurality of radial arms (352, 136) included in the magnetic circuit, and a structural base (175) which is separate from the magnetic circuit and which serves, amongst other things, to cool the coils (131, 132, 133).
Patent CA-2284712-C (CA)
Inventor: SUN QUN
IPC: B01J31/10
Filed: 1998-05-27
Granted: 2007-06-26
Abstract: This invention concerns a modified porous microcomposite comprising a perfluorinated ion-exchange polymer entrapped within and highly dispersed throughout a network of inorganic oxide wherein the network and optionally the pendant groups of the polymer have been modified with a Lewis acid. These modified microcomposites can be used in catalyst compositions for various chemical processes, such as in the alkylation or acylation of aromatics.
Patent CA-2288866-C (CA)
Title: Ossature de maison et appareil de fabrication d'une telle ossature
Inventor: HUPPUNEN ERKKI
IPC: B27M1/08
Filed: 1998-05-06
Granted: 2007-12-18
Abstract: L'invention concerne un système d'ossature murale en bois en tant que charpente d'un bâtiment, comprenant des longrines (2, 3) supérieure et inférieure, des montants (1, 8, 9, 10) assemblés entre celles-ci et les éléments d'ossature (4, 6-8) conçus spécialement pour des ouvertures. Les éléments d'ossature de l'ossature murale sont assemblés l'un à l'autre au moyen d'un assemblage à entaille ébrasée. Chaque élément d'ossature est pourvu de marquages facilitant l'installation. On définit un code d'identification de l'élément d'ossature pour chaque élément d'ossature selon le plan d'exécution. Le code comprend au moins le type d'élément d'ossature et est imprimé sur la surface de l'élément d'ossature. L'assemblage à entaille est formé d'une entaille ébrasée à section décroissante  vers le bas présentant une profondeur de 1 à 10 mm, de préférence 5 mm, ainsi qu'une pièce principale adaptée sur cet assemblage. Ladite pièce principale présente une section décroissante vers l'extrémité et des bords correspondant sensiblement à la forme des bords de l'entaille.
Patent CA-2290932-C (CA)
Title: Weed hook
Inventor: BARBER MARVIN M
IPC: A01B1/16
Filed: 1999-11-26
Granted: 2003-06-17
Abstract: A weeding implement, comprising an elongate handle having a longitudinal axis;  and an attachment at one end of said handle, said attachment comprising a straight shank inserted into one end of said handle, and extending along said longitudinal axis; said shank having a length thereof, extending along said axis from said handle which is a major portion of that of said attachment, a straight portion extending at an angle from said straight shank, a straight transverse portion extending across said longitudinal axis and laterally at opposite sides of said axis, a curved intermediate portion connecting said straight portion to one end of said transverse portion at one side of said axis and a flat end portion offset from said axis at an opposite side of said axis, said flat end portion extending in a plane perpendicular to said axis and having rounded side and end edges, said attachment comprising a length of metal rod, and said metal rod being flattened at one end to form said flat end portion.
Patent CA-2304865-C (CA)
Title: Apparatus for restoring the balance of the human body
Inventor: TUDICO GIANFRANCO
IPC: A63B23/04
Filed: 1998-10-13
Granted: 2006-08-01
Abstract: The invention concerns an apparatus for restoring the balance of the human body, consisting essentially of a platform (2) for supporting the subject to be treated and capable of being actuated with an oscillating movement. The invention is characterised in that said platform is power-driven and receives its oscillating movement about a central support axis (6), movement associated with a rotational reciprocating movement, the amplitude and the speed of both the oscillation and the rotation being adjustable and capable of being varied while the apparatus is being used
Patent CA-2308252-C (CA)
Title: Reverse closed loop power control in control hold state for cdma communication system
Inventor: KIM JAE-YOEL
IPC: H04W52/60
Filed: 1999-08-25
Granted: 2003-10-14
Abstract: A base station device for a CDMA communication system includes a controller for changing a reference value for reverse closed loop power control in a control hold state, and a forward dedicated control channel transmitter for transmitting a power control bit for controlling transmission power of a reverse link according to the changed reference value.
Patent CA-2309355-C (CA)
Inventor: PAESEN GUIDO CHRISTIAAN
IPC: C12R1/19
Filed: 1998-11-12
Granted: 2011-04-05
Abstract: The present invention relates to tissue cement proteins produced by certain species of blood-feeding ectoparasites. These proteins and compositions comprising these proteins are particularly useful for the temporary or permanent bonding of animal tissues to each other or to other biomaterials. The present invention also relates to the use of tissue cement proteins in the production of vaccines that protect animals against the bite of blood-sucking ectoparasites and the transmission of viruses, bacteria and other pathogens by such ectoparasites.
Patent CA-2310833-C (CA)
Inventor: LEU WILLY
IPC: B65G35/06
Filed: 1998-12-09
Granted: 2007-04-17
Abstract: The invention relates to a conveyor system comprising a guiding rail (6) and a plurality of retaining devices (8) for a conveyed item, especially printing products. Said retaining devices each have a guiding part (5) which can individually move in the guiding rail (6). A second guiding rail (7) is provided with a driving mans (2) which is guided thereon.      The driving means (2) permits a detachable coupling to a coupling part of the guiding part (5) such that, in a coupled state, a load carrying connection exists between the driving means (2) and the coupling part.
Patent CA-2313873-C (CA)
Title: Polyorganosiloxane resins with release effect
Inventor: REUSMANN GERHARD
IPC: C08G18/48
Filed: 2000-07-13
Granted: 2008-03-25
Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for preparing coatings having a release effect, to substrates coated therewith, and to a process for preparing the compositions.
Patent CA-2315409-C (CA)
Title: Patient transport system
Inventor: HODGETTS GRAHAM L
IPC: A61G7/08
Filed: 1997-12-16
Granted: 2006-05-02
Abstract: A patient transport system for transporting a patient from a bed to a stretcher or vice versa, using a bed sheet (80) and a conveyor (200) attached to the bed (10) or the stretcher. A first end of the sheet is removably attached to the conveyor and a second end of the sheet is free. The sheet is adapted to be positioned onto the patient supporting member of the bed or stretcher. The conveyor includes a roller (42) received by bearings (44). The roller can be removably received by the bearings. The roller can also include a telescopic arrangement so that its length can be adjusted. A pawl and ratchet assembly can be provided on the conveyor to prevent unwinding of the conveyor. The sheet is removably attached to the roller by adhesive tape or a clip (202) arrangement. A flexible belt (206) attaches the clip to the conveyor and is removably secured to the roller. The clip includes a body member (210) having a recess with a plug (212) received therein.
Patent CA-2320101-C (CA)
Title: A method and a system for controlling a macrodiversity connection through at least two radio network controllers
Inventor: SALONAHO OSCAR
IPC: H04B7/005
Filed: 1999-02-12
Granted: 2005-11-22
Abstract: A method of changing connection parameters in a cellular radio system comprising terminals (100), base stations (101, 102), and radio network controllers (201, 202), and where at least one terminal is in a macrodiversity connection wherein at least one diversity branch goes between the serving radio network controller (201) and the terminal (100) through the drift radio network controller (202) and the drift base station (102), and which further comprises a load control (207, 208) wherein the radio network controller monitors and balances the use of radio resources in the base stations that operate under it, and a call control (209, 210) wherein the serving radio network controller sets and changes the connection parameters of its connections, and being characterized in that it comprises observing that the load control of the drift radio network controller demands a change in the connection parameters of the terminal communicating through the base station that operates under it, and controlling the serving radio network controller to change the connection parameters of said terminal.
Patent CA-2324985-C (CA)
Title: Body fluid absorbent inner panel
Inventor: MIZUTANI KATSUMI
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2000-11-01
Granted: 2004-12-21
Abstract: A body fluid absorbent inner panel including a topsheet, a backsheet, a core disposed therebetween and a pair of liquid-barrier side sheets longitudinally extending on the outer surface of the topsheet wherein a male type face fastener adapted to be anchored on the inner surface of an outer member serving to hold the inner panel is bonded to the lower surface of the backsheet and the barrier-side sheets extend from transversely opposite side edges of the inner panel on the lower surface of the backsheet and joined to the backsheet and the face fastener so as to cover transversely opposite ends of the face fastener.
Patent CA-2327325-C (CA)
Title: Stimulus sensitive gel with radioisotope and methods of making
Inventor: LIND MICHAEL A
IPC: A61P35/00
Filed: 1999-04-06
Granted: 2006-01-24
Abstract: The present invention is a thermally reversible stimulus-sensitive gel or gelling copolymer radioisotope carrier that is a linear random copolymer of a [meth-]acrylamide derivative and a hydrophilic comonomer, wherein the linear random copolymer is in the form of a plurality of linear chains having a plurality of molecular weights greater than or equal to a minimum gelling molecular weight cutoff. Addition of a biodegradable backbone and/or a therapeutic agent imparts further utility. The method of the presen t invention for making a thermally reversible stimulus-sensitive gelling copolymer radionuclide carrier has the steps of: (a) mixing a stimul us- sensitive reversible gelling copolymer with an aqueous solvent as a stimulus-sensitive reversible gelling solution; and (b) mixing a radioisotope with said stimulus-sensitive reversible gelling solution as said radioisotope carrier. The gel is enhanced by either combini ng it with a biodegradable backbone and/or a therapeutic agent in a gelling solution made by mixing the copolymer with an aqueous solvent.< /SDOAB>
Patent CA-2328840-C (CA)
Inventor: KOBAYASHI YOSHIKAZU
IPC: H04L12/70
Filed: 2000-12-19
Granted: 2004-06-08
Abstract: A telephone controller according to the present invention controls a plurality of telephones connected to the Internet via a LAN, the telephone controller comprising: an IP address allocating circuit which allocates a private IP address to each of the plurality of telephones; a memory in which a table indicating a correspondence between IDs of the plurality of telephones and the private IP addresses is stored; and a control circuit which controls communication between the plurality of telephones and the Internet using the private IP addresses, wherein the ID includes a domain name of the telephone controller and identification information.
Patent CA-2329071-C (CA)
Title: Dispositif de traitement de matiere granulaire
Inventor: HAMADA KENJI
IPC: B02C15/08
Filed: 2000-02-18
Granted: 2008-07-15
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un dispositif (1) de traitement de matière particulaire capable de fournir uniformément de l'énergie, telle qu'une force de compression ou une force de cisaillement d'un corps de pressage (5), produite par une force centrifuge alors que l'écoulement tourbillonnaire de la matière particulaire dans une enceinte (3) est maintenu dans de bonnes conditions de circulation en déplaçant la matière particulaire par rapport à toute la surface interne, sans permettre aux matières particulaires de s'accumuler dans une partie de l'enceinte (3), même lorsque la matière particulaire, dont le déplacement dans l'enceinte (3) est difficile à contrôler, est traitée. Un espace libre (6), qui n'est pas obstrué par l'arbre rotatif (201), est aménagé dans une zone cylindrique formée en fonction du tourbillonnement du corps de pressage (5) dans l'enceinte, jusqu'à constituer le centre de l'écoulement tourbillonnaire de la matière particulaire. Les rotations de l'enceinte (3) et du corps rotatif (4) sont produites de sorte qu'elles puissent être commandées par rotation dans la même direction à des vitesses de rotation différentes, le corps de pressage (5) étant conçu pour être soutenu par le corps rotatif (4) avec un porte à faux latéral.
Patent CA-2332619-C (CA)
Title: Characterisation of gene function using double stranded rna inhibition
Inventor: PLAETINCK GEERT
IPC: C40B40/02
Filed: 1999-07-02
Granted: 2012-12-11
Abstract: There is provided a method of identifying DNA responsible for conferring a particular phenotype in a cell which method comprises a) constructing a cDNA or genomic library of the DNA of said cell in a suitable vector in an orientation relative to a promoter(s) capable of initiating transcription of said cDNA or DNA to double stranded (ds) RNA  upon binding of an appropriate transcription factor to said promoter(s), b) introducing said library into one or more of said cells comprising said transcription factor, and c) identifying and isolating a particular phenotype of said cell comprising said library and identifying the DNA or cDNA fragment from said library responsible for conferring said phenotype. Using this technique it is also possible to assign function to a known DNA sequence by a) identifying a homologues) of said DNA sequence in a cell, b) isolating the relevant DNA  homologue(s) or a fragment thereof from said cell, c) cloning said homologue or fragment thereof into an appropriate vector in an orientation relative to a suitable promoters) capable of initiating transcription of dsRNA from said DNA homologue or fragment upon binding of an appropriate transcription factor to said promoter(s) and d) introducing said vector into said cell from step a) comprising said transcription factor.
Patent CA-2342101-C (CA)
Title: Optical amplifiers and optical transmission path
Inventor: KRUMMRICH PETER
IPC: H04B10/29
Filed: 1999-03-30
Granted: 2008-05-20
Abstract: The controlled optical amplifiers (V) for wavelength division multiplex signal transmission in each case have a first control device (OE1, OE2, R1) for gain control and a second dominant control device (OE2, R2, R1) with a substantially slower control response for controlling the output level (P OUT) according to a supplied required value (P SOLL). In the case of a transmission path equipped with these amplifiers, both fast level changes and slow loss changes in the transmission path can be compensated.
Patent CA-2349049-C (CA)
Title: Toile de remorque retractable
Inventor: BERGERON ROCK
IPC: B60P7/04
Filed: 2001-05-22
Granted: 2008-06-17
Abstract: La présente décrit un système de toile rétractable qui peut couvrir la cargaison d'une remorque de camion en totalité ou en partie. Ce système comprend deux paires de poteaux qui s'insèrent dans des encoches de rails présents à la périphérie d'un plateau de camion, à la position désirée, selon la partie du plateau à couvrir. Ces poteaux peuvent s'ajuster en hauteur pour s'adapter à la cargaison. Une série de câbles vont d'une paire de poteaux à l'autre pour supporter la toile.
Patent CA-2363378-C (CA)
Title: Engine emission analyzer
Inventor: KNOTT CHRISTOPHER NORMAN
IPC: F01N11/00
Filed: 2001-11-20
Granted: 2010-07-13
Abstract: A method for analyzing the exhaust emissions of large industrial engines that produces emission information in real time and permits the generation of test results immediately after an emission test is conducted, is disclosed. The method includes the real time calculation of exhaust volumetric flow rate from fuel gas flowrate and the use of real time intake manifold conditions to determine engine load from an engine load curve. A portable apparatus for performing the method, comprising a programmed computer, data collection buffer, computer readable database and display device is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2366050-C (CA)
Inventor: CASTILLEJOS DAVID
IPC: A61K31/192
Filed: 2000-03-02
Granted: 2011-05-24
Abstract: L'invention concerne des méthodes et des préparations permettant de traiter des troubles oculaires et/ou de procéder à une désinsertion ou à un détachement vitréen postérieur. On administre à l'oeil des quantités thérapeutiquement efficaces de préparations contenant (a) de l'urée (b) des dérivés d'urée (notamment, l'hydroxyurée, la thiourée), (c) un anti-inflammatoire non stéroïdien, (d) des antimétabolites, (e) de l'urée, des dérivés d'urée, des protéines non enzymatiques, des nucléosides, des nucléotides et leurs dérivés (notamment, l'adénine, l'adénosine, la cytosine, la cytadine, la guanine, la guanitadine, le guanidinium, le thymidine, le thimitadine, l'uradine, l'uracil, la cystine), de l'acide urique, du sylicylate d'acétal de calcium, du sulfate d'ammonium ou un autre composé capable d'entraîner une dissolution non enzymatique de la membrane hyaloïde ou (e) n'importe quelle combinaison possible des composés mentionnés.
Patent CA-2366941-C (CA)
Title: Power supply circuit for an intelligent eclectronic device
Inventor: POZZUOLI MARZIO PARIDE
IPC: H05K9/00
Filed: 2002-01-02
Granted: 2010-06-29
Abstract: A power supply circuit for an Intelligent Electronic device, such as an Ethernet switch is disclosed. The circuit suppresses electrical transients and electromagnetic interference, which could affect the power supply and data transmission of the Ethernet switch. Using this power supply circuit, the Intelligent Electronic device can be used in harsh industrial environments, such as those present in power utility substations.
Patent CA-2366983-C (CA)
Title: Retracted pocket spring mattress; method for manufacturing of a pocket spring mattress and device for pre-tensioning pocketed coil springs
Inventor: EDLING KENNETH
IPC: A47C27/06
Filed: 2000-03-24
Granted: 2008-12-16
Abstract: The present invention relates to a spring mattress comprising springs enclosed in casings, a so-called pocket mattress, and a method and a device for manufacturing such a mattress. The spring mattress according to the invention comprises a plurality of interconnected coil springs (1) enclosed in casings (2), for at least one of the springs, the casing portions arranged at the spring ends being moved towards each other, through the spring, and interconnected with the aid of connecting means.
Patent CA-2368307-C (CA)
Title: Voice and data encryption method using a cryptographic key split combiner
Inventor: SCHEIDT EDWARD M
IPC: G09C1/00
Filed: 2000-03-10
Granted: 2007-05-22
Abstract: A cryptographic key split combiner, which includes a number of key split generators (42, 48, and 56) for generating cryptographic key splits (32, 34, 36, 38, and 64) and a key split randomizer for randomizing the cryptographic key splits to produce a cryptographic key (62), and a process for forming cryptographic keys. Each of the key split generators (42, 48 and 56) generat es key splits (32, 34, 36, 38, and 64) from seed data (40, 44, 46, 50, 52, 54, 58, and 60). The key split generators may include a random split generator (42) for generating a random key split (32) based on reference data (40) and encryption date/time (44). Other key split generators may include a token split generator (48) for generating a token key split (34) based on label da ta (46) and organization data (50), a console split generator (56) for generati ng a console key split (36) based on current maintenance data (52) and previous maintenance data (54), and a biometric split generator for generating a biometric key split (38) based on biometric data (58). All splits may furthe r be based on static data, which may be updated, for example by modifying a prime number divisor of the static data. The label data may be read from a storage medium, and may include user authorization data. The label data may be associated withlabel categories and sub-categories of addresses, which are meaningful to a user who is specifying or determining the intended recipient(s) of the encrypted information or object. An array associated wit h a software component object may use key splits (32, 34, 36, 38, and 64) whic h determine which methods and properties are allowed and control access to the memory address for those allowed methods and properties. The resulting cryptographic key (62) may be, for example, a stream of symbols, at least on e symbol block, or a key matrix.